On good terms, no matter what: Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar put up united front

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday dismissed rumours of discord between him and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, saying the two leaders continue to share a cordial relationship despite speculation and political chatter.

Speaking to reporters, Siddaramaiah said, “We both are on good terms, no matter who says what.” His remarks come amid ongoing murmurs of internal disagreements within the Congress and speculation that the party may change leadership in the state by the end of the year.

In a video from the interaction, DK Shivakumar can be seen smiling as Siddaramaiah reaches out, takes his hand, and raises it in the air. The symbolic gesture appeared to be a public show of unity aimed at dispelling speculation about friction between the two top leaders.

The Congress government in Karnataka has been facing persistent questions about power-sharing arrangements and leadership transition, with various party insiders and political observers suggesting that a change may be on the horizon. However, both leaders have consistently denied any rift.

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